1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 376 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1955 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1955 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Aurelia | Milan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2728 mm |
